Japanese black pine bonsai (73)

Presentation

Japanese black pine (Pinus thunbergii) 49 cm tall, with a corky trunk of marked movement and tidy foliage arranged on distinct pads. The 10 cm nebari closes the base with well-distributed surface roots, a feature that on this species takes years of work. A specimen suited to those who already grow conifers and know how to manage the candles in spring.

Technical features

• Species: Pinus thunbergii (Japanese black pine)
• Style: informal upright with tiered foliage pads
• Height of the plant alone: 49 cm
• Nebari: 10 cm
• Pot: rectangular, 32 x 24 x h. 9 cm
• Pot material: unglazed stoneware
• Total weight: 10 kg
• Position: outdoors, full sun
• Care difficulty: medium-high

How to care for it

The black pine lives outdoors all year round, in full sun: direct light is what keeps the needles short and the wood compact. Water only when the substrate begins to dry on the surface, with short intervals in the hot months and much more spaced out from November to February, avoiding stagnant water in the 9 cm deep container.

To learn more about caring for this species, see the complete botanical care sheet.

Frequently asked questions

Is the plant I receive the one in the photograph?

Yes, it is a one-of-a-kind specimen and the photo shows the plant that will be shipped. As it is a living plant, the foliage may look different over time due to natural growth, pruning, candle pinching or seasonal changes, while trunk, nebari and structure remain those shown.

How much space and weight should I allow for?

The rectangular pot measures 32 x 24 cm with a height of 9 cm and the plant reaches 49 cm, so the overall footprint exceeds 55 cm in height. The declared weight is 10 kg: a sturdy outdoor table or shelf should be provided.

Can I keep it indoors?

No. Pinus thunbergii is an outdoor conifer and needs winter cold to complete its growth cycle. A balcony, terrace or garden in a sunny position are the correct placements; indoors it loses vigour within a few weeks.

What is included

• Japanese black pine bonsai in a rectangular unglazed stoneware pot 32 x 24 x h. 9 cm, the exact specimen in the photo
• Plant certificate (identity card of the specimen with species, measurements and characteristics)
• Reinforced packaging designed to protect the plant during shipping